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Cadillac CTS vs. Ford Explorer Price Comparison (MSRP)The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Cadillac CTS vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $48,640 Cadillac CTS | ||
| Difference: $5,275 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $44,312 Cadillac CTS | ||
| Difference: $7,220 | ||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2016 |
| Model | CTS | Explorer |
| Trim | Base | Platinum |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $36,265 | $52,970 |
| Base Invoice | $33,908 | $50,587 |
| 6-speed shiftable automatic | 1,300 | |
| Temporary spare tire | 250 | |
| Premium Collection | 10,050 | |
| 6-speed shiftable automatic | 1,079 | |
| Temporary spare tire | 208 | |
| Premium Collection | 8,342 | |
| Options (change) | 11,600 | 0 |
| Options (change) | 9,629 | 0 |
| Destination | 775 | 945 |
| Total Price | $48,640 | $53,915 |
| Total Invoice | $44,312 | $51,532 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Cadillac CTS vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Platinum | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,805 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,370 | ||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2016 |
| Model | CTS | Explorer |
| Trim | Base | Platinum |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | hp | 365hp V6 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 300, 10 | 500, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/50-18 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $48,640 | $53,915 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -11,080 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $48,640 | $42,835 |
| Total Invoice | $44,312 | $51,532 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -10,590 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $44,312 | $40,942 |
Features Comparison: Cadillac CTS vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2009 | 2016 |
| Model | CTS | Explorer |
| Trim | Base | Platinum |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 |
| RWD | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Active noise reduction | $0 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | |
| Cruise control | $150 | |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | |
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |
| Curve control | $50 | |
| Forward collision warning | $200 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | |
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | |
| Lane departure warning | $200 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Safety key | $5 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |
| Terrain selector | $200 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Wide-view front camera | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Class III trailer hitch | $250 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | $150 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Tow hook(s), front | $40 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| Media drive | $15 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | |
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $3,565 | $14,645 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $11,080 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -10,590 |
Specifications Comparison: Cadillac CTS vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2009 | 2016 |
| Model | CTS | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 113.4 in | 112.6 in |
| Length | 191.6 in | 198.3 in |
| Width | 72.5 in | 78.9 in |
| Height | 58.0 in | 70.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,861 lb. | 4,458 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 18.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.8 in | 41.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.7 in | 61.5 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.1 in | 57.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.4 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.2 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 54.7 in | 61.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 54.1 in | 56.8 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.9 in | 39.5 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 0.0 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 50.8 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 40.7 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 0.0 in | 33.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 13.6 | 43.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.6 | 81.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Cadillac CTS
| Premium Collection | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Wood trim | 300 | Yes |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | 0 | Yes |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | Yes |
| Remote start | 150 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Alarm | 100 | No |
| Machined alloy wheels | 0 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Cargo net | 40 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| USB port | 25 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Bose, 300W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Limited-slip rear differential | 300 | No |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| 235/50VR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 7115 | 81% |
| Total Not Requested | 1665 | 19% |
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